Sailing SV Delos · video

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SV Delos anchors in a protected, muddy-bottomed area near Crawl Key to wait out a rainstorm and poor visibility.1:51 The crew navigates the shallow, uncharted waters by creeping in slowly, relying on the soft bottom to prevent damage if they touch ground.2:15 Once the weather clears the following morning, the crew explores the surrounding mangroves and beaches by dinghy and paddleboard.5:24 They identify potential sea turtle nesting sites on a remote beach and navigate the dinghy through narrow mangrove passages.15:13 The crew later experiences a nearby thunderstorm while anchored, noting the vulnerability of the mast as the highest point in the area.20:44 They prepare to depart for the Zapatilla Caves, continuing to navigate through shallow, poorly charted waters.21:43

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